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The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards 2016 (see 2015 here) came to an end on October 1st, and the shortlisted final 40 beautiful photos have finally been revealed.

Laughter is not the only thing this annual photo contest that focuses on revealing the amusing side of nature wants to bring you, though – as the authors state on their website, “way more importantly, this photography contest is about conservation.“ They work together with Born Free Foundation, animal welfare, and conservation charity, that takes action worldwide to save lives, stop suffering, and protect species in the wild.

Founded by two passionate wildlife photographers, these photography awards showcases the cute silliness of glorious animal kingdom. This year‘s awards have six amazing categories to explore and we assure you that there‘s no shortage of funny photos in them. Take a look at the best photos below and vote for your favorites!

More info: comedywildlifephoto.com (h/t)

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Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards Shortlist

Adam Parsons Report

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Hans
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The rare, big headed nose-falcon. Only its feet are submerged. Scientists still cannot explain its ability to actually fly.

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Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards Shortlist

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James Mitson Report

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Linda Glen
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am your worst nightmare, (and mine too! Can't see a thing).

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photographyaxis
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All photos are really good . Tough to give a winner from these imho.Getting a funny image during wildlife photography is not that easy.

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Susan Pratt
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not funny at all ,with a tree stump on it's head ,poor thing is totally defenseless

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Debbie McCarten
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"James Bond has nothing on me.....I am the under cover brother...oh, darn, there's my brother...think stealth...I am invisible"

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Donald Sutton
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Something I learnt in the Army Reserves - now what was it called? Ahh yes Camoflage.

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Kamila Jezierewska
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

yeah, that's the same way my dog looks like when he goes out of the bushes

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Keddie Empleo
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh Deer. Rodolf Does it Again! This time with new Christmas decor ornaments. Sure Rodolf does not want to be toppled with his new fashion statement. Christmas sure comes early this year.

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Phan Hai-Anh
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hello there? Can any one tell me which way to go out of the forrest? I got lost for a whole year! Last year, there was a dude who took a picture of me but he never show me the way!!!!

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Phan Hai-Anh
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Represent! The Headless Penguins Templar Army ~ They are very strong, they are fearless, and they cannot see way!

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Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards Shortlist

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Evisa Isabella Rose
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

*All you do is eat, drink beer and watch football! You never pay attention to me and my emotions! NEVER!* XD

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Rob Kroenert Report

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Lauren Foster
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It was at this moment Herman knew it was time to get his eyes checked.

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